Description
Vedder's Los Angeles office is looking for a Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Paralegal. The Corporate M&A Paralegal will handle all aspects of deal management for M&A, growth equity and other transactions from inception to post-closing, including document organization, preparation and filing of documents for closings, assistance at closings, post-closing management and follow-up and oversee/manage preparation of closing sets. Familiar with both buyer and seller side transactions and equity deals. Assistance with document distribution and UCC management. This high-profile position involves direct interface with attorneys, clients, Corporate Services and opposing counsel.
As a Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Paralegal, your duties will include but not be limited to:
General
- Annual billable target of 1,500 hours
- Develop and conduct research related to transactions and filings through both print and electronic sources
- Develop physical and virtual data rooms; manage data in firm approved data management system
- Preliminary organization of records and documents
- Manage corporate services vendors, post-completion billing and vendor invoice management
- Manage client information in client management database
Transactions
- Create and update checklists (check in new documents, change status, etc.)
- Draft transactional documents including resolutions, opinions, joinders, Secretary's certificates, Incumbency certificates, and other legal documents
- Run, order and summarize UCC, state and federal lien, judgment, litigation, and bankruptcy searches
- Review and analyze the sufficiency of documentation
- Order good standing certifications and certified charters
- Manage and organize due diligence materials
- Create signature packets and coordinate their execution (both original and PDF) by multiple parties; Prepare and circulate closing documents to all parties for their review and comments
- Assemble fully executed closing documents (both original and PDF) with related exhibits, schedules, and attachments
- Manage/oversee the creation of transactional closing sets or binders and CDs (electronic format) and distribute to appropriate parties
- Manage the post-closing database to manage post-closing matters and create email reminders
- Interact and coordinate with various service companies
- Assist the attorneys with various tasks and assignments
- Recognize and resolve problems
Merger and Acquisition
- Prepare withdrawal and qualification documents in accordance with all state, local, and federal laws and regulations for conducting business
- Prepare stock certificates, legend, and backing sheets
- Draft shareholder and board consents
- Draft and file amendment certificates for corporation or Limited Liability Companies
- Draft, assemble and track signature packets
- Manage/oversee the preparation of closing sets, binders and CDs (electronic format) and other post-closing deliverables; distribute to appropriate parties
- Assist attorneys with various tasks and assignments
- Interact and coordinate projects with various service companies
- Recognize and resolve problems
Entity Formation
Draft organizational, incorporation, and formation documents including, but not limited to the following:
- Articles of organization, operating agreements, consents, qualification documents
- Conduct name availability and reserve entity name if required
- Draft subscription agreements, stock certificates, stock powers and related documents
- Prepare SS-4 form and apply for Employer ID Number
- Coordinate execution of consent forms for using service companies as Registered Agent
- Interface with the Corporate Maintenance Team to transition annual maintenance tasks and send them documents for minute book creation and maintenance
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong research and writing skills
- Willingness and flexibility to work overtime
- Ability to work under pressure on time-sensitive projects
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to work independently
- High level of attention to detail
Qualifications & Required Experience:
- Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred
- ABA-approved paralegal certificate is preferred
- At least 3 years of paralegal or related experience involving transactional matters required
- Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the following software:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Compensation Range: $65,000/yr. to $120,000/yr.
At Vedder, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
- Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
- Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
- Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
- Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
- Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.
Join Vedder and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Recruiting Team at vprecruiting@vedder.com.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree is strongly preferred
ABA-approved paralegal certificate is preferred
At least 3 years of paralegal or related experience involving transactional matters required
Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
